The incident is under investigation and highlights cross-border law enforcement challenges.
American Nursing Assistant Shot by Mexican Police in Juárez Incident
American Nursing Assistant Shot by Mexican Police in Juárez Incident
Fatal confrontation raises questions about police response protocols.
An American nursing assistant was shot dead by a Mexican police officer in a controversial incident that took place in Ciudad Juárez, directly across from El Paso, Texas. The shooting happened on Sunday when the officer, who was accompanying a prosecutor's office member executing a warrant, found himself in a dangerous position as a car with New Mexico plates sped toward him. According to Chihuahua's regional prosecutor, Carlos Manuel Salas, the driver accelerated dramatically and nearly struck the officer before attempting to flee, prompting the officer to open fire.
Salas confirmed the officer is now in custody while the incident, which passenger footage has captured, is being reviewed by the state’s internal affairs division. He characterized the situation as “regrettable” but suggested that the officer’s quick reaction was understandable. "Why would you accelerate? Why would you drive at that speed?" he questioned regarding the driver’s actions. Reports indicate the deceased man has been named as Julián Alfredo Rodríguez Medina, a nursing assistant from El Paso who had relatives living nearby.
As the investigation continues, officials emphasize the need for caution in forming conclusions about the event. The situation raises significant concerns regarding how law enforcement handles high-pressure situations, especially at the border, where local and international protocols often intersect.
Salas confirmed the officer is now in custody while the incident, which passenger footage has captured, is being reviewed by the state’s internal affairs division. He characterized the situation as “regrettable” but suggested that the officer’s quick reaction was understandable. "Why would you accelerate? Why would you drive at that speed?" he questioned regarding the driver’s actions. Reports indicate the deceased man has been named as Julián Alfredo Rodríguez Medina, a nursing assistant from El Paso who had relatives living nearby.
As the investigation continues, officials emphasize the need for caution in forming conclusions about the event. The situation raises significant concerns regarding how law enforcement handles high-pressure situations, especially at the border, where local and international protocols often intersect.
